Sales Associate
About The Position
The Sales Associate is a commission-based Furniture Sales Professional role at Ashley Home Store in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The position helps customers select furniture, mattresses, décor, and other home furnishings suited to their style, needs, and budget. The role includes a forgivable draw based on the applicable minimum wage for hours worked; if commissions fall below the draw, the difference is forgiven and is not repaid or carried forward. The posting cites approximately $60,000 in average first-year earnings, unlimited commission potential, monthly bonus opportunities, and top-performer earnings of $100,000 or more. No furniture or sales experience is required. Paid training, coaching, mentorship, and ongoing support are provided, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Requirements
- Enjoy meeting new people and building relationships.
- Have a passion for customer service.
- Be energetic, positive, and self-motivated.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be comfortable identifying customer needs and recommending solutions.
- Be motivated by goals and performance-based earnings.
- Be able to work independently while contributing to a team.
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Retail, hospitality, customer service, real estate, automotive, wireless, or other sales experience is a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers and create a warm, engaging shopping experience.
- Build relationships by listening to customers and understanding their needs.
- Recommend furniture, mattresses, décor, and home furnishings based on customers’ lifestyles and budgets.
- Guide customers through the sales process from greeting through purchase.
- Explain product features, benefits, promotions, and financing options.
- Maintain current knowledge of products and design trends.
- Follow up with customers to build relationships and encourage repeat business.
- Meet and exceed individual sales goals.
- Contribute to overall store sales and team performance.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and visually appealing showroom.
- Accurately process sales transactions and complete required paperwork.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts on furniture, mattresses, and home décor
- Paid training
- Coaching and mentorship
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
